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The Census Bureau is currently recruiting for thousands of temporary census jobs. You must be 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, have a valid social security number, take a written basic skills test, pass a background check, and for field jobs you must have a valid driver's license.

You can call 1-866-861-2010 to schedule an appointment to take the test and apply for a job.

Find more information at the Census Bureau website

On February 17, 2009 all full-power broadcast television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting on analog airwaves and begin broadcasting only in digital. Digital broadcasting will allow stations to offer improved picture and sound quality and additional channels. To learn more check out the FCC Digital TV Transition website.

If you currently rely on an antenna and don't want to pay to watch television you will need to obtain a digital to analog converter box.

Between Jan. 1, 2008, and March 31, 2009, all U.S. households will be eligible to request up to two coupons, worth $40 each, to be used toward the purchase of up to two, digital-to-analog converter boxes. To obtain the coupon go to the TV Converter Box Coupon website.

Several branches of the Pasco County Public Library System are hosting information sessions about digital TV. For more information check out the library's Calendar of Events or call the library 727.861.3040.

Career Central is a one stop center for Pasco and Hernando county residents seeking a job or changing careers. They will help you in your job search, provide training, and teach you interviewing techniques. Their website Career Central is loaded with tools and information. You can visit one of their three office locations or stop by the
Hudson Library on November 19 and December 10 between 11am and 3pm. For more information call the Hudson Library at 727-861-3040.

There are other one stop career centers throughout Florida. Click on this Workforce Florida link to find the career center near you.

On Veteran's Day we honor all men and women who have served in the armed forces. This day gives us an opportunity to thank them for the sacrifices they have made for our country.

The U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs website is loaded with information such as veteran's benefits, jobs and more. New educational benefits for veterans are available under the Post 9/11 GI Bill you can obtain more information directly about these educational benefits in The Post-9/11 Veteran's Educational Assistance Act of 2008 Fact Sheet.

Election Day is November 4th

For Pasco voter information including a list of polling locations,
visit the Pasco Supervisor of Elections website:
http://www.pascovotes.com

For election results, visit the Florida Division of Elections website:
http://election.dos.state.fl.us

United States Election Assistance Commission website is loaded with information about the election process and is there to answer your questions.
http://www.eac.gov/

The Pasco E-Government crew video taped both the Republican and Democratic vice-presidential rallies at Sims Park in New Port Richey. Stay tuned for video footage from both rallies!

Election Day is November 4th

For Pasco voter information including a list of polling locations,
visit the Pasco Supervisor of Elections website:
http://www.pascovotes.com

For election results, visit the Florida Division of Elections website:
http://election.dos.state.fl.us

United States Election Assistance Commission website is loaded with information about the election process and is there to answer your questions.
http://www.eac.gov/

The Pasco E-Government crew video taped both the Republican and Democratic vice-presidential rallies at Sims Park in New Port Richey. Stay tuned for video footage from both rallies!

Neighborhood Stabilization Program

Communities in Florida, including Pasco County, recently received a Neighborhood Stabilization Program Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. These funds will be used to provide emergency assistance to state and local governments so they can purchase foreclosed properties that might be abandoned. These homes can be rehabilitated, resold, or redeveloped. For more information about this program in Florida communities-
http://www.hud.gov/local/index.cfm?state=fl

The Tampa Bay Community Development Corporation is a HUD-approved non-profit organization whose mission is to promote homeownership opportunities to low and moderate income households in the Tampa Bay, Florida area.
For more information visit:
http://www.tampabaycdc.org